ERT appoints Klaus Besier to board of directors

Brings more than 30 years of experience in software to role

eResearch Technology (ERT), a global provider of technology and services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries, has appointed Klaus Besier its board of directors.

Besier brings to Philadelphia, US-based ERT more than 30 years of executive experience in leading software technology companies. He was formerly president and chief executive of SAP America and is credited with driving its growth in North and South America, Australia and New Zealand from US$50m to US$1bn in revenues in less than five years.

He also held the same position at Firepond and at Neoware.

Most recently, Besier served as ceo of Pramata. He is currently ceo of RES Software and a member of the board of directors of ICG Commerce.

‘As the industry leader in cardiac safety, respiratory and multi-mode ePRO solutions for the clinical trial market, ERT has provided unparalleled scientific and regulatory leadership to the global health care industry,’ said Besier. ‘I am delighted to be part of a strong management team consisting of individuals who share a long industry track record.’

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